Wirehaired Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the Wirehaired Vizsla to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Wirehaired Vizslak and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Wirehaired Vizsla
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Wirehaired Vizsla
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Wirehaired Vizsla
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
21-25 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
40-60 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Wirehaired Vizsla
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Hungary
United States
Origin Year
1930 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Wirehaired Vizsla
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Wirehaired Vizsla
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Wirehaired Vizsla
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Wirehaired Vizsla
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Wirehaired Vizsla
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Wirehaired Vizsla
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Wirehaired Vizsla
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Wirehaired Vizsla
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Wirehaired Vizsla
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Wirehaired Vizsla
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Cushing's syndrome
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia
Skin allergies
Eye infections
Inflammatory bowel disease
Kidney issues
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Wirehaired Vizsla
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Wirehaired Vizsla
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Golden
Golden
Golden rust
Golden rust
Red
Red
Rust
Rust
Sandy Yellow
Sandy Yellow
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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